Leading wearable brand <keyword id="58449" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="garmin" source="Orion">Garmin</keyword> on Thursday announced the launch of its new 'Instinct Crossover' series of multisport smartwatches for Indian consumers, which includes two variants.<br /><br />The 'Instinct Crossover' comes in black and 'Instinct Crossover Solar' comes in graphite colour, which will both be available from Friday at ₹55,990 and ₹61,990 respectively, the company said in a statement.<br /><br />The Crossover series delivers a full suite of wellness features including 'Sleep Score' and 'Advanced Sleep Monitoring'.<br /><br />It also allows users to record key health metrics, such as 'Body Battery', stress and heart rate in a single view.<br /><br />"Instinct Crossover's bold, luminescent watch hands dynamically enhance Garmin's robust 24/7 health monitoring and activity tracking features in an easy-to-read digital display," the company said.<br /><br />Instinct Crossover -- Solar edition is said to provide up to 70 days of battery life in <keyword id="1009777" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="smartwatch" source="Orion">smartwatch</keyword> mode with solar charging.<br /><br />"With people getting more inclined towards active and healthy lifestyle, we are excited to expand our Instinct series in India," said Yeshudas Pillai, Country Head, Garmin India.<br /><br />"Garmin brings a hybrid GPS multisport smartwatch in India that redefines the modern adventure smartwatch, as the pandemic dread subsides and people in India start stepping out for outdoor tracking, travelling and driving. Instinct Crossover is specifically designed for those who prefer the look of a rugged traditional watch but also love to have the latest technology on their wrist," Pillai added.<br /><br />Moreover, the new series comes with thermal and shock resistance.<br /><br />With the new RevoDrive analogue hand technology, the Instinct Crossover can deliver accurate time keeping even in the harshest activities and environments.<br /><br />"Users will now get Instinct Crossover -- solar edition's infinite battery life in battery saver mode with solar charging which provides traditionalAanalogueAfeatures like time, date and a stopwatch."<br /><br />Additionally, the series provides "GPS tracking, multi-GNSS support, ABC sensors, TracBack routing, which helps users navigate the same route back to their starting point, and Reference Point, which helps keep track of a known place relative to their location", the company said.<br /><strong>SEE ALSO:</strong><br /><a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/satya-nadella-says-golden-age-of-ai-is-here-and-will-redefine-work-businesses/articleshow/97123056.cms">Satya Nadella says golden age of AI is here, and will redefine work, businesses</a><br /><a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/entertainment/news/we-need-to-go-to-theatres-enough-with-the-streaming-already-james-cameron-says/articleshow/97122924.cms">We need to go to theatres. Enough with the streaming already, James Cameron says</a><br />

Garmin announces new series of multisport smartwatches in India

<p class="financial-disclaimer"><i>When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. <a href="https://www.insider-inc.com/commerce-on-insider-inc/">Learn more.</a></i></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored"></a></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Suunto 7</a> is the first true smartwatch in the Finnish brand's extensive lineup of <keyword id="1616591" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Wearables">wearables</keyword> and <keyword id="18974" type="COMPANY" weightage="60" keywordseo="fitness">fitness</keyword> trackers.</strong></li><li><strong>Powered by Wear OS, the 7 is a robust smartwatch that gets notifications like texts and emails while also offering tracking for more than 70 activities like running, biking, and swimming.</strong></li><li><strong>I've been wearing it almost daily for the past few months to test it out on bike rides, live-streamed workouts, and runs around the neighborhood.</strong></li><li><strong>At $500, it's certainly not cheap, but it does perform extremely well and is a quality alternative to the higher-priced Garmin fenix. </strong></li></ul><iframe src="https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5f32abb14dca6835f72779ed&amp;type=small&amp;live=true" width="100%" height="150%" frameborder="0" style="position:absolute; top:0; left: 0"></iframe><p>The sport watch company Suunto has long been a player in the wearables industry, offering a wide variety of fitness trackers, dive watches, and compasses. Though many of its products offer basic activity tracking and wristwatch functionality, no product in Suunto's catalog wore the official title of smartwatch until the Suunto 7 launched.</p><p>A smartwatch in the truest sense, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Suunto 7</a> is a feature-rich, multi-sport wearable not unlike the fenix series from Garmin. It tells time, of course, but also offers Wear OS functionality including access to Google Play, Google Fit, Google Pay, and Google Assistant. Outfitted with the power and capacity of Google's smartwatch interface, as well as email, text, and phone notifications, the 7 wears its new smart title well.  </p><p>But true to Suunto style, it aims to function as a high-quality fitness tracker, too. With tracking compatibility for more than 70 sports, a built-in heart rate monitor, and GPS, as well as offline map support and 50 meters of water-resistance, it's built for activity. </p><p>After getting a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-fitness-tech-ces-2020#best-fitness-smartwatch-4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">short preview of the watch earlier this year</a>, I was intrigued enough to want a closer look. For the last several months, I've worn the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Suunto 7</a> almost every day, using it to track everything from daily steps around my apartment and jogs through my neighborhood to longer bike rides across Brooklyn and <a href="https://www.insider.com/joby-gorillapod-mobile-vlogging-kit-review" target="_blank" rel="noopener">live-streamed workouts</a>.</p><p>Aside from a few minor annoyances, my time with the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Suunto 7</a> has been largely positive. It's a cheaper alternative to the Garmin fenix and a more rugged substitute to the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-watch-series-5-vs-fitbit-versa-2-features-compared-2019-12" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Apple Watch Series 5 or Fitbit Versa 2</a>. </p><h2><strong>A familiar design with a larger screen</strong></h2><p>After unboxing the watch, it's clear Suunto's designers have a specific go-to style: A round watch face flanked by a distinct bezel with navigation buttons and a silicone watch band. Although the 7 wears this same Suunto-issued uniform, it's not necessarily a bad thing. The design of Suunto's watches has always leaned more toward an "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" approach. </p><p>Though the design and overall look are similar to past Suunto watches, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">the 7</a> does feature a larger watch face compared to the Suunto 3 or Suunto 5. I didn't have an issue with it, but it is noticeably larger and could easily be too much for anyone with smaller wrists. </p><div type="image" title="IMG_5791" height="2268" width="3024" msid="77622627" hostid="261"></div><p>Despite that larger size, it never felt heavier than any other fitness tracker I've worn, even while on runs or during workouts. The product page lists the watch at just shy of 2.5 ounces and it's likely much of that weight is in the watch face as the silicone band feels as though it weighs next to nothing.</p><p>My Suunto 7 came packaged in a large Suunto-decorated box, along with a charging cable, instruction manual, a pair of Jaybird Vista Bluetooth headphones, and an actual compass. If it wasn't already obvious that Suunto intends the 7 for active wrists, the packaging makes it even clearer.</p><h2><strong>Straightforward setup and navigation</strong></h2><p>Setting up the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Suunto 7</a> is like setting up almost any other type of fitness tracker or Wear OS smartwatch. You simply pair it to your smartphone and download the companion Suunto and Wear OS apps. From here, the watch walks you through the setup process and shows you how to navigate the interface, where to access workouts, how to adjust settings, and so on. </p><p>Navigating the operating system can be done in two ways: via the buttons flanking the bezel or with the touchscreen. For touch controls, swiping up brings up any notifications you haven't seen or deleted, while swiping down gives access to the watch's settings menu and Google Pay, among a couple of other features. </p><p>Swiping left populates your daily stats such as active minutes and steps taken, as well as other resource pages like the daily weather or calendar events, all of which are customizable in the settings. Swiping right brings up a similar screen, though it's more of an at-a-glance feature that shows the date and day of the week and allows access to Google Assistant.</p><div type="image" title="IMG_5806" height="3024" width="4032" msid="77622635" hostid="261"></div><p>The button controls are a little more basic but represent the quickest method for accessing some key features. For instance, the button on the upper left corner of the watch serves as a home screen or back button but also brings up the settings menu when you're already on the home screen itself. The button on the upper right of the watch takes you to the activities page while the button on the lower right opens the stopwatch. </p><p>Suunto does allow for some customization in terms of the apps and types of notifications you're able to receive on the watch, and you can choose from a variety of different watch faces. My review model came with the standard Heatmaps watch face that displays where other Suunto-clad users are exercising around your immediate area. </p><h2><strong>A sporty and rugged smartwatch</strong></h2><p>Where the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Suunto 7</a> truly shines are with its sport and activity tracking. Beyond basics like running, biking, or swimming, the 7 also offers tracking compatibility for mountain biking, roller skating, weight training, snowboarding, boxing, and bowling, among so many others. If it's an activity that requires even a minimal amount of movement, the watch can track it. </p><p>However, it is worth pointing out that the tracking for some of these is purely just a timer for how long you're active along with a heart rate reading. In other words, it's not tracking how many digs you record while playing volleyball or how many wickets you hit playing cricket. </p><div type="image" title="IMG_5810" height="3024" width="4032" msid="77622639" hostid="261"></div><p>This kind of tracking is still important, though, and sheds light on your overall level of fitness. If you've had a particularly exhausting run followed up by a long bike ride, the watch recognizes your high level of activity and recommends how much rest you should get before getting back into it. Whereas many fitness trackers focus on the activity aspect, a wearable that urges rest, which is a vital and underrated component to one's overall fitness, is a welcome sight. </p><p>Though there are plenty of activities that just register time and heart rate, there are still several that offer advanced tracking and feedback. For instance, tracking a run gives info such as your pace, distance run, calories burned, cadence, and heart rate zones, while also tracking your route via GPS. Similarly, the ski and snowboard function tracks how fast you make it down the mountain, automatically resetting each lap when you get on a chair lift while also tracking each run with GPS. </p><p>Your stats for any activity can then be uploaded to a service like Strava or TrainingPeaks where you can compare with friends or chart your progress. The companion Suunto app also serves as a hub for your data, displaying all relevant statistics from tracked activities, GPS maps of your routes, and a diary function that charts out your daily, weekly, and monthly activity. </p><p>Other useful features are the ability to download offline maps with pre-loaded trails and Heatmaps, Spotify compatibility and music downloads (so you can leave your phone at home and still listen to music), and an array of downloadable apps in the <a href="https://play.google.com/store?hl=en_US" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Google Play Store</a>.</p><h2>Battery lasts a full day</h2><p>Be prepared to charge this watch each night, too. If I wasn't tracking much throughout the day, I'd sometimes have some battery life left to make it to the next morning or the next afternoon but it wouldn't be enough to do much else besides reading the time.</p><p>When I did use the tracking functions and the built-in GPS along with it, I'd have to make sure to plug it in every night before I went to bed. This didn't end up being too much of a hassle and is something Apple Watch users are already familiar with.  </p><h2><strong>Cons to consider</strong></h2><p>As mentioned above, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Suunto 7</a> doesn't come without its share of a few nitpicks. First, the app experience is split between the Wear OS app and the Suunto app, which can be frustrating. Why isn't everything together in one app? This takes some getting used to and makes the learning curve a little steeper, but it isn't a complete deal-breaker. </p><p>I also found that the watch would easily lose its connection with my phone when I closed those apps. As a routine app-closer, I swipe up on my iPhone multiple times an hour to clear away anything that doesn't need to be open, which often meant that I'd close the Suunto and Wear OS apps accidentally. This would sometimes unpair the watch with my phone and I'd not be able to receive any notifications. It's a small gripe but the convenience of glancing at your wrist when you get a text or email is a lot nicer than picking up your phone each time it buzzes.</p><h2><strong>The bottom line</strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="IMG_5809" height="3024" width="4032" msid="77622642" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><p>It's clear Suunto has years of fitness wearable experience under its belt and yet, the smartwatch functionality of the 7 hardly feels like a brand taking its first crack at the technology. Google's Wear OS does deserve some of that back-patting for delivering a fluid, intuitive user experience. Its integration into Suunto's existing ecosystem flat-out works. </p><p>This first entry into the smartwatch category is a worthwhile debut for Suunto, too. Aside from a few connectivity issues and the fact you need both the Wear OS <em>and</em> Suunto app to get the most out of it, my experience with the 7 was mostly enjoyable. </p><p>I appreciated the accurate and robust activity tracking capabilities and the fact that it delivers a comfortable fit, even during grueling workouts. At $500, it's not exactly an inexpensive purchase but if you're in the market for a do-it-all smartwatch that can keep pace, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083BXV2JH/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=biip_081120_suunto-7-review-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B083BXV2JH&amp;linkId=17b0e64bf99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0f99cd0693f7a67a67afb92a0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Suunto 7</a> is as attractive an option as anything currently available. </p><ul><li><strong>Should you buy it? </strong>The answer is yes to anyone who wants a full-featured smartwatch that offers robust activity tracking. Its $500 price tag may steer some people away, but the 7 has the same kind of high-quality design and durability as the brand's other wearables while also offering an array of functionality for anyone who keeps active and wants the computing power of a smartwatch. Wear OS brings with it the suite of apps and access to features like Google Fit, Google Play, and Google Pay. The smartwatch software also offers a smooth interface.</li><li><strong>What are your alternatives?</strong> The most comparable alternative is Garmin's fenix. A multisport watch that offers detailed map access, a wide variety of activity tracking, highly durable build quality, and the tried-and-true Garmin ecosystem, the fenix is one of the finest smartwatches on the market. It's also $700. </li></ul><p><strong>Pros: </strong>Full-featured smartwatch functionality (a first for Suunto), Heatmaps feature is a fun added extra, activity tracking for over 70 sports, accurate GPS tracking, comfortable fit, intuitive interface</p><p><strong>Cons: </strong>$500 isn't cheap for a watch, some app connectivity issues, requires the use of both the Wear OS and Suunto apps</p><iframe src="https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5f32abb14dca6835f72779ed&amp;type=button&amp;live=true" width="100%" height="150%" frameborder="0" style="position:absolute; top:0; left: 0"></iframe>

The Suunto 7 fitness smartwatch is a solid alternative to pricier options from Garmin, but its $500 price tag is still steep

<p class="financial-disclaimer"><i>When you buy through our links, we may earn money from our affiliate partners. <a href="https://www.insider-inc.com/commerce-on-insider-inc/">Learn more.</a></i></p><p><a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored"></a></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">The Polar Unite</a> is loaded with features like advanced sleep tracking, guided breathing exercises, <keyword id="18974" type="COMPANY" weightage="60" keywordseo="fitness">fitness</keyword> recommendations, and in-depth analysis.</li><li>It's extremely easy to operate, even for a first-time smartwatch user or someone who's used to the interface of a different brand.</li></ul><iframe src="https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5f2475eb28ea7133fc49fee2&amp;type=small&amp;live=true" width="100%" height="150%" frameborder="0" style="position:absolute; top:0; left: 0"></iframe>Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky<p>The <a href="https://www.insider.com/how-to-best-use-your-fitness-tracker" target="_blank" rel="noopener">wearable industry</a> is a nearly $18 million space, and it's expected to more than double within the next five years. So, when it comes to buying a fitness tracker, the question is often less "which is right for me?" and more "which of these many great options should I choose?"</p><p>That question gets a bit more complicated with the introduction of <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Polar's latest smartwatch, the Unite</a>. Launched in June at less than $150, this easy-to-use watch offers many of the industry's popular high-end features like advanced sleep-tracking and multi-sport compatibility at a surprisingly low price. </p><p>Though I spend much of my time outside, I've always been hit-or-miss when it comes to fitness trackers. I've never been a big watch wearer, and I'm not the type of person who tracks my fitness or daily habits extremely closely. But the <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Unite</a> promises a host of useful features, including route and elevation tracking, sleep monitoring, and, interestingly, meditation and breathing guidance. I decided to give it a try. </p><p>After my first few days with the watch, I became a fitness tracker convert. Though I originally planned to wear it for just a week to write this review, I've been wearing it daily, and it's become normal to sleep and shower in it. Here are my thoughts on the <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Unite</a>, and whether the price tag is too good to be true. </p><h2><strong>Extremely easy to use, even if you're not tech-savvy</strong></h2><p><a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong><div type="image" title="Polar Unite 2" height="900" width="1200" msid="77340001" hostid="261"></div></strong></a></p><p>Right out of the box, I noticed that the <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Unite</a> is extremely easy to use and operate — I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to first-timers or tech-challenged buyers. The colorful display is clear and easy to read, and there are just a few basic motions that control everything you need to see on the watch. </p><p>From the face, swiping left or right scrolls between daily statistics like steps taken, heart rate, last activity, sleep status, and training suggestions. Tap on any of the screens and it takes you to details about that feature, too. After a bike ride, all I needed to do to see my stats was to tap on the activity screen and I can see everything from my distance and heart rate range to speed and a rating of how hard the workout was. </p><p>There's only one button on the watch, which acts as a back button across all screens (except the main menu). If you hit the button from the main screen, you'll get to the menu to start activities, set timers, or begin a watch-led workout. Learning to navigate the watch's features takes roughly a day or so, and since the screen automatically illuminates when you lift your wrist, it's easy to quickly see your data and stats while working out. </p><p>Though the face doesn't offer as much customization as other watches, those downsides are outweighed by the <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Unite</a>'s easy-to-use and clear information. It has the most straightforward operation of any tracker I've used. </p><h2><strong>High-tech features for workouts and daily life</strong></h2><p><a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong><div type="image" title="Polar_Unite 2" height="900" width="1200" msid="77340003" hostid="261"></div></strong></a></p><p>The <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Unite</a> has most of the features I care about on a watch: GPS-tracking (sort of, more on that below,) a heart-rate monitor, sleep tracking, and text notifications. It doesn't feature music integration, touch-to-pay payment functionality, or maps and weather.</p><p>However, what it lacks in advanced fitness features it makes up for with useful daily fitness features, including Serene breathing guidance and Spark, a series of personalized strength, cardio, and restoration routines you can do from your living room floor. Many of the Unite's features are borrowed from the far more expensive <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Fignite2Fignite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Polar Ignite</a> ($240). </p><p>As I expected from the watch, both Serene and Spark are easy to use and follow. And because they're easy to use and can be as short as three minutes, I was always able to find time to use them on most days. I rarely do breathing exercises on my own but found myself using the Serene feature at least once or twice a day.</p><p>The Unite does still come with some advanced features found on more expensive Polar watches, too. I particularly like the cardio load feature, which analyzes the intensity and effectiveness of your workout by comparing your heart rate to past workout sessions. The watch learns about your fitness and activity over time, allowing it to make recommendations and analyses about your <keyword id="6354750" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="health">health</keyword>. It's a high-tech feature for a $150 watch. </p><h2><strong>Average battery life but quick charging</strong></h2><p><a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored"><strong><div type="image" title="Polar_Unite 7" height="900" width="1200" msid="77340005" hostid="261"></div></strong></a></p><p>Polar claims the battery lasts around four days with normal use, and that seems accurate after my time with it. Without using the GPS-enabled tracking, a full day of use (including sleeping) used roughly 20 percent of the battery. Tracking an approximately 45-minute bike ride used an additional 20 percent of battery. Fortunately, it takes only around an hour to get to 100 percent, so there's usually enough time to squeeze in a charge while showering or cooking.</p><p>Rather than charging with a standard mini USB cord, the Unite has a unique piece that snaps to the back of the watch and plugs directly into a USB port. This charger is small and specific to Polar, so be sure not to lose it. However, you can buy a replacement online for <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Fproducts%2Faccessories%23pf5%3D13pf5%3D1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">$14.95</a>. </p><h2><strong>GPS functionality only when paired with your phone</strong></h2><p>The Unite doesn't have built-in GPS functionality, however, when paired with your phone, it's able to use your phone's GPS to track elevation, distance, and route. It seems quite accurate (I tested it side-by-side with a Garmin Vìvoactiv 3 that has native GPS.) I suspect Polar decided to leverage phone GPS rather than including one as a compromise to keep the price low. Still, if your phone battery dies quickly or you prefer not to carry your phone while working out, it may not be a workable solution.</p><p>The <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Unite</a> links and automatically uploads to Strava, Gaia, and other popular fitness phone apps, too. You can store up to 20 sport profiles like kayaking, biking, running, or open-water swimming, and while working out, you change the metrics displayed on the face to quickly access the stats you care about most. </p><h2><strong>Cons to consider</strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="Polar_Unite 6" height="838" width="1200" msid="77340006" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><p>Aside from the lack of built-in GPS, the only major downside comes down to features. Without music functionality or advanced tracking features (new Suunto watches feature <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.suunto.com%2Fen-us%2Fsuunto-collections%2Fsuunto-7%2Fnto-7%2F" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">heatmaps</a>, for example,) it's designed to be more of an everyday tracker to monitor your health than a serious training or life-management device. It likely won't the more full-featured offerings from Apple or <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/garmin-forerunner-935-running-watch-review" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Garmin</a>.</p><p>Another minor gripe I had with the <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Unite</a> relates to its strap. Rather than having a traditional clasp, the watch has a nub that tucks into a series of notches and the band then slides under the strap. I didn't find it quite as comfortable as a traditional fabric strap, but plenty of band replacements are available online. </p><h2><strong>The bottom line</strong></h2><p>The <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Polar Unite</a> takes all the best features of its high-tech kin, the Ignite, and puts it into a more affordable, easy-to-use package. If you want access to advanced fitness and health features, and can make do without native GPS, it's an excellent option. It's a good everyday watch with enough outdoor-oriented features for the average user, and at just $150, it's a compelling new addition to the fitness tracker market.</p><ul><li><strong>Should you buy it? </strong>If you aren't concerned with having GPS in your fitness tracker at all times, then yes. For $150, the <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.polar.com%2Fus-en%2Funite%2Funite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Polar Unite</a> is an impressive, inexpensive fitness tracker that gives you the basics. Tack on the fact that it also offers advanced features like sleep tracking, fitness analysis, and breathing routines, and you have a wearable that does far more than its cheap price tag lets on. </li><li><strong>What are your alternatives? </strong>Buyers who want better battery life and a stand-alone GPS should consider the Garmin vivoactive 4. It's able to go seven days between charges and has music storage, touch-to-pay, and hydration tracking, among other features. However, it's more than twice as expensive at <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/643382" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">$349.99</a> (though you can snag an older vivoactive 3 with music for <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/602068/pn/010-01985-01" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">$187.95</a>.)<p>If price is your ultimate concern, another option is the FitBit Charge 4. They're somewhat comparable on features, but the Unite has a full touch-screen watch face while the Fitbit is more in line with the brand's popular band-style designs. I'd opt for the Unite to get access to Polar's advanced sleep-tracking and fitness-guidance features, though basic FitBits can <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/fitbit-guide-2020" target="_blank" rel="noopener">start under $80</a>.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Pros</strong><strong>: </strong>Offers sleep tracking and fitness recommendations, costs just $150, is a great entry-level fitness tracker</p><p><strong>Cons: </strong>No dedicated GPS (requires pairing with a smartphone for use), no music integration</p><iframe src="https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5f2475eb28ea7133fc49fee2&amp;type=button&amp;live=true" width="100%" height="150%" frameborder="0" style="position:absolute; top:0; left: 0"></iframe>

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